BACK
PRINT

-------------- Cut out on the solid black line --------------


Cherry, Western Sand - - Prunus besseyi


Zones 3 - 6 Flowering Tree 4' - 6' High 4' - 6' Spread
Slow Growth Full Sun Various Soils Irregular Shape

-------------- Cut out on the solid black line --------------

Cherry, Western Sand - - Prunus besseyi


A hardy, drought-tolerant shrub with a bounty of white 1/2" flowers in April and May. Dark purple-black astringent fruits follow the flowers providing food for many songbirds. Leaves are a pleasing gray-green and are excellent cover for wildlife habitat. Adapts to a broad range of soils and likes full sun. Grows 4'-6' high with equal spread. Needs to be cross-pollinated, so plant in pairs.